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Nearing Meaning in English

word · lemma: near

ˈnɪɹɪŋ
NEER-ing
nˈiəɹɪŋ
NEE-uh-ring

التعريف

Getting close to a place, time, or event; approaching something or someone.

الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة

Primarily used for things that are approaching, like deadlines or destinations. Often followed by a time or event ('nearing midnight', 'nearing the station'). More formal than 'getting close to', and less emotional than 'approaching'.

جمل نموذجية

We are nearing the city now.

basic

It is nearing midnight.

basic

The deadline is nearing.

basic

We're nearing the end of the project, so let's keep up the good work.

natural

If you're nearing retirement, it's time to start planning.

natural

The storm is nearing fast, so we should stay inside.

natural